radiology_technologist – Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Specialty: Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Facility: Yale Campus – Hospital
State License: OK
Certs/Licenses:
Years of Experience:
Shift: Monday through Friday | 2:30p to 10:00p | No Call
Guaranteed Hours: 0
Description: Specialty: MRI TechFacility: Yale Campus – HospitalState License: OKCerts/Licenses: Years of Experience: Shift: Monday through Friday | 2:30p to 10:00p | No CallGuaranteed Hours: 0Description: Description: Job Summary: Operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patient body for diagnostic purposes. Job Responsibilities:-Performs MRI examinations according to department policy and protocols. -Includes preparing and positioning patients for MRI procedures of various parts of the body. -Positioning includes setting up equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study. -Performs Quality Control tests on department equipment, reporting any discrepancies to the proper personnel. -Collects and evaluates relevant examination information from scheduling, patient, and referring physician, including screening information. -Maintains departmental records and patient information according to policy. -Is responsive to patient physical and psychological needs. -Keeps patient informed. -Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety. -Listens to and answers patient questions with patience and courtesy. -Performs safety procedures for outpatients, inpatients, patient families, and for hospital staff. -Screens patients and personnel for any metal object or implants on them that would cause harm to the patient or equipment. -Ensures that no patient/visitor/healthcare worker enters scan room with metal objects or contraindicated implants. -Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness. -Manipulates images through use of console keyboard and mouse to display to physician. -Using terminal, can select all image display options. -Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation. -Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner. -Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities. -Maintains accurate documentation on logbook worksheet and charging of examination and all supplies. -Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy. -Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field. -Works directly with patients and/or customers. -Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. -Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. -Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. ___________________________________ Required Skills & Experience:-Zero (0) to six (6) months of related experience. -Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. -Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner. Preferred Skills & Experience:-N/A ___________________________________ Required Education:-Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program. OR-Completion of an MRI accredited program. Preferred Education:-N/A ___________________________________ Required Certification & Licensure:-Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R). OR-American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT). -BLS Preferred Certification & Licensure:-ARRT (MR). Must have skills: MRI experience (2 years preferred) Good to have skills: Cardiac MRI